The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

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  1. kswex
    Jul 28, 2021
    10
    Nintendo has successfully revolutionized the open-world genre on their first attempt. In adult life, it is a rarity to find media that produces a child-like sense of excitement with respect to the exploration and immersion into a new environment. Nintendo has successfully captured that feeling with Breath of the Wild's completely nonlinear game design with its spirit orb and Korok seedNintendo has successfully revolutionized the open-world genre on their first attempt. In adult life, it is a rarity to find media that produces a child-like sense of excitement with respect to the exploration and immersion into a new environment. Nintendo has successfully captured that feeling with Breath of the Wild's completely nonlinear game design with its spirit orb and Korok seed collectables and limitless exploration with this groundbreaking open-air design. The story is a little too bare-bones for what Nintendo touts as their story-telling franchise and there are a few annoying gameplay mechanics (i.e. excessive rain limiting your ability to climb), but these are minor issues in the face of what the game does right. All in all, my favorite gaming experience by a wide margin.… Expand
  2. Swabis
    Jul 29, 2021
    10
    I can't describe how much I love this game. This game is a timeless masterpiece. This game has beautiful visuals, fun gameplay, a good story, and endless possibilities. This game is never going to get old and could play until the day I die. MUST PLAY GAME
  3. Mariosnake
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    El segundo mejor juego de the legend of Zelda Es el breath of the wild el día de lanzamiento con una gran consola de video juegos que le ganó al Playstation 4 y a la Xbox one Es la Nintendo switch El mejor juego de Nintendo switch y el mejor juego de la generación de consolas y de la década del año 2011 a 2020
  4. Red_XIIl
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    This game makes my heart sing. I am a long time Zelda fan and love the classic formula, but Breath of the Wild tries something totally different and NAILS IT. I haven't felt this much joy playing a game in many years. Every mechanic in the game works perfectly together to create a unique experience that nobody should miss out on.

    I struggled with the idea of a "favorite game of all    This game makes my heart sing. I am a long time Zelda fan and love the classic formula, but Breath of the Wild tries something totally different and NAILS IT. I haven't felt this much joy playing a game in many years. Every mechanic in the game works perfectly together to create a unique experience that nobody should miss out on.

    I struggled with the idea of a "favorite game of all time" and what mine might be until I played this game. Just thinking back to my time with it still ignites the the memories of how much fun I had with it. Please, please, PLEASE do yourself a favor and at least try this game!    … Expand
  5. yobomojo
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    A post traumatic world that isn’t full of violence just a calm and soft world
  6. Ppeeddrroo
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s my first Zelda game that I’ve played an I’m already 100 hours into it… Expand
  7. UUill
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Pinnacle. This is the pinnacle of gaming. After four years it is still the pinnacle of gaming. This is still the most beautiful game on the Nintendo Switch. I seriously do not know how they did it. This game helped me get into franchises I hadn't before. This is my favorite game, I don't care how you feel about it, this is my favorite game.
  8. GameReviewer293
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Just a masterpiece on the switch! This game is difficult enough to be a challenge, and fun enough to keep your from setting your switch down. This is BY FAR the best video game of the 2015-2020 timeframe. If you don’t own this game after 4 years, you need to get it immediately!
  9. Siegfried1292
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Este juego es tan bonito, tan diverso su mapa y con un toque tan diferenciador con otros mundos abiertos, que incluso sus grandes virtudes hacen palidecer sus defectos.
  10. Spiker2000
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Game holds your hand about 5% of the time, the rest is up to you. Want to sink 200 hours in exploring the world freeing the divine beasts etc go for it. Want to head straight for ganon with a tree branch and pot lid go for it. Best switch game and one of my favourite games ever.
  11. Boooraa5
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game that i experienced adventure feeling while playing in copmination with great music,gameplay,AI and shrines with magnificent puzzles… Expand
  12. xGonza84
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    One of the best gaming experiences of my life. It's hard to describe in words and I can see why some people would feel very salty about not being able to play this game. Masterpiece.
  13. olive2
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    I have so many great things to say about this game as it is my favorite video game of all time and it is certainly the game I have played for the longest and I don't know what my 2017 self was thinking when he said that he didn't like it and my opinion changed very quickly but I will say that this was my first Zelda game and i loved the concept of climbing literally anything and theI have so many great things to say about this game as it is my favorite video game of all time and it is certainly the game I have played for the longest and I don't know what my 2017 self was thinking when he said that he didn't like it and my opinion changed very quickly but I will say that this was my first Zelda game and i loved the concept of climbing literally anything and the variety of different and even after 500 hours of the game I still don't think I've seen every weapon. I also love the open world and I don't even think there is a bad region in the game also Link becomes a fashion model and shield surfing is broken so yeah, BOTW is the best game I have ever played and if you are going to buy a Switch this is a must have… Expand
  14. P14T
    Aug 10, 2021
    10
    besides Minecraft and Animal Crossing new Horizons this is my favourite game, i really like it best switch game ever. ive you buy a switch you should definitely buy the Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild
  15. Superworm_Gamin
    Jun 15, 2022
    10
    200+ hours in, and still plenty to do. This game is a masterpiece, and a shining beacon of how to do open worlds right.
  16. aark_
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    Breath of the Wild is simply one of the greatest games ever made. Though compared to other titles in the series, the dungeons are lacking, that criticism leaves such a small dent on my enjoyment of this game is doesn't even knock it down one point. This entry is very different to other titles in the series and feels almost like a survival game in a way. If you have a flaming sword and youBreath of the Wild is simply one of the greatest games ever made. Though compared to other titles in the series, the dungeons are lacking, that criticism leaves such a small dent on my enjoyment of this game is doesn't even knock it down one point. This entry is very different to other titles in the series and feels almost like a survival game in a way. If you have a flaming sword and you strike wood, it makes a campfire. If you go out in the snowy mountains, Link's cheeks will get red from the cold. This game has so many small details like that packed into one small cartridge I'm still finding new things every time I boot up the game. Unlike any other Zelda game, weapons break, which, especially early on, makes you think about how you can take on this enemy (or get away) rather then just swinging your sword blindly. In terms of story, its simple. VERY simple. Your objective is to beat Ganon, and you can do that as soon as you finish the tutorial or after you collect all 900 Korok seeds. It's your choice. I think this game will be looked at very fondly in the future, and will be held up alongside Ocarina of Time, as not only one of the greatest Zelda games ever made, but one of the greatest games period.… Expand
  17. Azeemo99
    Mar 7, 2023
    10
    Undeniably the greatest open world game ever made. It is of the elite few that truly understand what a great open world should be - an oyster for the PLAYER to uncover. Much of its excellence stems from the lack of hand-holding, allowing the feeling of personal discovery, in understanding its mechanics to exploring the hundreds of secrets scattered throughout the world. Even when walkingUndeniably the greatest open world game ever made. It is of the elite few that truly understand what a great open world should be - an oyster for the PLAYER to uncover. Much of its excellence stems from the lack of hand-holding, allowing the feeling of personal discovery, in understanding its mechanics to exploring the hundreds of secrets scattered throughout the world. Even when walking around it captures a serenity that is hard to replicate, and one could spend hours encased in. Its minimal story and lack of direction means there is never a predetermined route or set of actions that boxes the player in, but instead the entire world calls out to them at every moment, begging to be seen and explored. Masterpiece.… Expand
  18. LINXYi_can
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    The best video game of the 21st century.
    Incredible open world experience.If Ocarina of Time defines the presentation form of 3D games, then Breath of the Wild can be said to redefine what is truly an open world game.
  19. cloverr_cord
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    This game is an amazing experience for gamers who love Combat, puzzles, or just like to calm down and play a bit. It strives in combat, with many different weapons, and even without weapons, many different ways to kill enemies. The shrines and divine beasts are challenging puzzles that will always bring accomplishment when you beat it. And it’s always great to look at as it has a beautifulThis game is an amazing experience for gamers who love Combat, puzzles, or just like to calm down and play a bit. It strives in combat, with many different weapons, and even without weapons, many different ways to kill enemies. The shrines and divine beasts are challenging puzzles that will always bring accomplishment when you beat it. And it’s always great to look at as it has a beautiful world and graphics. Thanks Nintendo, this might just be the best game you’ve ever made.… Expand
  20. Makskrut30
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game!


    I love open world games, but Zelda is something.

    If you want to go with a stick and fight the ancient evil, you can do it, if you have an iron object in your hands and there is a thunderstorm on the street, do not hesitate to be struck by lightning, if lightning strikes, then literally for a second your temperature will rise, and Beadle is just a cool dude, and horses oh, those horses are big, and even Zelda's horse.    … Expand
  21. ledoshok
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    -easy?
    -yes.
    -intresting?
    -yes.
    -1287312873617823189273/10?
    -YEEEESSS!!!!!!!
  22. Vlados1Na
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Просто шикарно, игра показывает нереально проработанный мир, вместе с этим очень много мест для изучения, историй и легенд
  23. sebseb08
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    An amazing game. Amazing graphics (I couldn’t believe that this was a switch game), amazing story and so much to do in terms of side quests and DLC that it will have you occupied for years to come.
  24. rmw408
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Everything good about 3D Zelda meets open world. I can't recommend this enough.
  25. Dani_ml
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Best game of all time. Second, Ocarina of time. Better than GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2
  26. Gabrielachan
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Do I need to say anything?
    I mean I do because I need at least 75 characters
  27. IAmGood-U
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. So much fun, so much to do. You can get lost in the game for hours. Can't wait for the next one!
  28. grimreapersims
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
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  29. ReTyan8457
    Jan 31, 2022
    10
    This game is perfect from gameplay, music, graphics. It's hard to find such an attractive game
  30. Gvccf
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing it’s so fun to rPam around The Ruins of Hyrule and free the Devine Beasts from the clutches of Calamaty Ganon.
  31. IamSquid
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    People call this the greatest video game of all time. I disagree.
    ...however, I totally understand why people say that.
    This game is absolutely worth the price of both the game itself and the Nintendo Switch.
  32. gutobmh2
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    Esse jogo é perfeito em absolutamente tudo! E é com certeza o melhor jogo já feito na história.
  33. Joe22
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    Such a great game deserves much better spot on list. I need more letters soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!
  34. Raffini
    Sep 16, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I've played by far!

    This game deserves to be higher on this top.
  35. lennyi
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While this is in my top 5 games it's not perfect. If i could it would be about a 9.7 but that would round to a 10. The problems i have with this game are the story, which while not bad, is basically non-existent. Also i would have liked some better dungeons instead of 120 small dungeons and 4 dungeons smaller than in most other Zelda games.… Expand
  36. fatheraki
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    A genuinely breath-taking game that I cannot stop playing. One of the best, if not the best, games I have ever played, with amazing graphics, a beautiful world that, even though I've played the game for more than 700 hours, always has more to offer, and so many things to discover. I genuinely recommend it!
  37. pieropontra
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    This really is the best videogame ever made.
    My second Zelda title after A Link To The Past.
    Never had a Nintendo console when I was a kid, now I understand why Nintendo is true magic.
    JUST BUY IT!!! It's breathtaking.
  38. YaBoiArj
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    The open-world presented in the game is the best in gaming, with a variety of means to traverse and interact with it.
  39. WPB
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    Perfect game, however, rain and item durability are the bane of my existence. However, beautiful graphics, great action, amazing music (when it chooses to play music), and great story and cutscenes. 2nd best on switch, behind smash ultimate
  40. GreenHood44
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    The refresh the franchise needed after Skyward Sword, the ultimate adventure and one of my favorite open worlds of all time
    Congrats Nintendo
  41. chochinx16
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    It is incredible that a game that only weighs 14 GB can be as beautiful and good as this work of art. There is an endless number of things to do and explore, honestly, the gameplay is incredible, the pieces of music, among other sections, with aesthetics or illustrations, it is without problems one of the best games that I have been able to play in my young short life :)
  42. By_Boo3
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    My favorite Game of Nintendo, The World is fantastic, the Exploration, Puzzles, Mechanics, and a lot of things … maybe the music can be better … but all the game is very good
  43. TrueGeek
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Одна из лучших игр, в которые я когда либо играл. Масса игровых механик, которые действительно работают, причём никто не объясняет как, игроку предлагают исследовать мир и учиться самому.

    С нетерпением жду продолжения и, надеюсь, разработчики смогут удержать планку.    Одна из лучших игр, в которые я когда либо играл. Масса игровых механик, которые действительно работают, причём никто не объясняет как, игроку предлагают исследовать мир и учиться самому.

    С нетерпением жду продолжения и, надеюсь, разработчики смогут удержать планку.
  44. Napsta
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    I mean, what do I say that hasn't been already been said? It's incredible. The fact that you can go wherever you want and play the game however you want in this extraordinary world is just that. Incredible. There's so much to explore, so much you can choose whether or not you want to do. You want to rush into the castle immediatly after leaving the great plateau? Sure go ahead, it'll beI mean, what do I say that hasn't been already been said? It's incredible. The fact that you can go wherever you want and play the game however you want in this extraordinary world is just that. Incredible. There's so much to explore, so much you can choose whether or not you want to do. You want to rush into the castle immediatly after leaving the great plateau? Sure go ahead, it'll be more difficult but you can do it. You want to explore the entire world and complete every single shrine? It will definitely take a while, but you can do that too! The combat is also much deeper than you might think. You can always go the tried and true "unga bunga with weapon" approach, and yeah that will get the job done. Or you could try and pick them all off from a distance with a bow and arrow. Or you could roll a remote bomb into some explosive barrels and walk away from the explosion like a cool guy. Or you could use magnesis and drop a giant metal crate onto their head. These are just a few ways you can go about dealing with them. Not every way you can choose to do things will be as effective as the other choices, but the fact that you can choose to handle a situation in so many ways is absolutely incredible. Every time I want to do another playthrough of this game, I always find something new to enjoy, some new way to approach an encounter or an area, and that is incredible. To put it simply, this game gives you a lot of freedom to do what you want, and there are tons of things you could want to do. I, like so many people, absolutely adore this game, and if you for some reason haven't already given this game a try yet, I cannot recommend it enough.… Expand
  45. victornatal
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    It doesn't matter if it's your first time playing any Zelda's game or if you're an old time player, the atmosphere of this universe is unique, the music, the characters, the places you can go. Even if it's possible for you to ignore everything and go direct to the castle, you won't! The game traps you into don't want to finish it never, there's always somewhere to explore, a new shrine, aIt doesn't matter if it's your first time playing any Zelda's game or if you're an old time player, the atmosphere of this universe is unique, the music, the characters, the places you can go. Even if it's possible for you to ignore everything and go direct to the castle, you won't! The game traps you into don't want to finish it never, there's always somewhere to explore, a new shrine, a lost korok seed, a boss in the top of the mountain...
    It's a must play for everyone in every age, maybe in a top 5 games of all time, in all platforms.
    Just play it, enjoy, and forget about the rest.    … Expand
  46. Kyleren
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece, and it introduced me to my now favorite franchise of all time. The combat feels great when you execute a perfect dodge, and exploring, finding shrines, and doing side quests are super enjoyable (for the most part). The story works great, and I think that the divine beasts, while a bit boring aesthetically, are somewhat short, making them rarely drag onThis game is an absolute masterpiece, and it introduced me to my now favorite franchise of all time. The combat feels great when you execute a perfect dodge, and exploring, finding shrines, and doing side quests are super enjoyable (for the most part). The story works great, and I think that the divine beasts, while a bit boring aesthetically, are somewhat short, making them rarely drag on or get annoying, while still providing somewhat challenging puzzles. The respect it has for the rest of the Zelda series is awesome, while still providing a very new and unique experience. Some say that the stamina or weapon durability is annoying, but in my opinion, they definitely improve the fun, as you can upgrade and use stamina smartly, and you are rarely out of weapons. The physics-based puzzles are mostly well done and fun. Of course, the game isn't perfect and has many frustrating things, like framerate issues, and kinda bad voice acting, but honestly? I think that it still deserves a solid 10/10. If for some reason you own a Switch or Wii U and haven't played this game, you absolutely will not regret it. I know I didn't!… Expand
  47. ColdHeaven
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    As someone who love open world games and have played so many great critically acclaimed open world games before, i will say that this is the definitive open world game. The only open world game where i appreciate empty space and don't ask myself "can i actually go there?" cause the answer is usually "yes"
  48. gbaluq
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    A title worth of buying Switch for it. Big and interesting game. Beautiful graphics. Very surprising depth of the world. Combat is super fun. Strange system of character development, which I really liked. I would not change anything in this title, as it is wonderful as it is. One of my pretendents to the best game ever award (next to Horizon Zero Dawn, HoMM 3, Baldur's Gate and SW:KotOR).A title worth of buying Switch for it. Big and interesting game. Beautiful graphics. Very surprising depth of the world. Combat is super fun. Strange system of character development, which I really liked. I would not change anything in this title, as it is wonderful as it is. One of my pretendents to the best game ever award (next to Horizon Zero Dawn, HoMM 3, Baldur's Gate and SW:KotOR). I strongly recommend.… Expand
  49. Emilianop765
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    Para mi, el mundo abierto mejor diseñado de la historia donde simplemente moverte se siente bien.

    Quien busque relajación y disfrute puro necesita este juego
  50. CaptainCharisma
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    By far the best Legend of Zelda game. Don't get me wrong, there have been plenty of great, atmospheric Zelda games in the past (Twilight Princess and Majoras Mask were my 2 favourites) but this game has taken Zelda and gaming in general to new heights. The map is massive, the gameplay is massive, the draw distance is massive - it is quite unbelievable that this game was possible on aBy far the best Legend of Zelda game. Don't get me wrong, there have been plenty of great, atmospheric Zelda games in the past (Twilight Princess and Majoras Mask were my 2 favourites) but this game has taken Zelda and gaming in general to new heights. The map is massive, the gameplay is massive, the draw distance is massive - it is quite unbelievable that this game was possible on a handheld device in 2017, Nintendo definitely worked some magic here. On top of this, the game isnt just massive it is also super addictive - the gameplay flows smoothly and flawlessly - there is almost nothing you cannot do.… Expand
  51. smartpersonz
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Breath of the wild is nothing less than a masterpiece. The world itself seems to just take me on an adventure even if it has nothing to do with the actual storyline. I seem to like just making adventures within the game for myself as I tend to use the fast travel tool-less so I can explore the world and make an adventure out of every travel. An example of the emersion I've had with thisBreath of the wild is nothing less than a masterpiece. The world itself seems to just take me on an adventure even if it has nothing to do with the actual storyline. I seem to like just making adventures within the game for myself as I tend to use the fast travel tool-less so I can explore the world and make an adventure out of every travel. An example of the emersion I've had with this game was when I found I went to one of the fairies places to upgrade new ancient armour I had just bought. Once I upgraded one of my pants I do it the next level had questions marks on it as though there was a fourth level I needed. I searched up about the fairy fountains and discovered their was one in thee gerudo region way of into the unknown but I needed 10,000 rupees to open it up to get the upgrade. I went back onto my phone and tried to find a way to make money and I found out about a snow bowling game which I had seen when I was playing the game last year. I see the next trick is to shoot a dragon for some dragon horns to sell but a long ranged bow was needed. The one mention was in a certain regions so I decided to explore their find camps of enemies with the bow and even one of those stone talius things. I still couldn't fine any so I decided it was time to fast travel. I went to the birds peoples place and the bows was just siting on the table as someone allowed me to keep it. Once I found the bow it was time to go over the do the snow bolwing which seemed like an easy way to make money. I earnt a few thousand rupee's but then left to go to the other farming place. No shrine was around so this time I needed to climb up to a point so I could camp, where I found another Stone Talius and by that time I had nearly wasted most of my arrows so the dragon didn't really matter. I went over anyway for a bit, sleeping and camping and got another few thoushdand until I had enough. This little expeditatiion took a few hours to do but unlike most game I have played it didn't ever feel like a chore or a pain to do this activities that accomplished very little as it was just enjoying living in the world of Hyrule.

    Sorry for the poor Speeling and Gramer    … Expand
  52. Radical2002
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    Words can't describe how much of a masterpiece this game is. The story, gameplay, the open world, music, weapons, and so much more are so brilliantly designed.

    Whatever I could say about this game, has already been said. Yes, this game is as good as everyone says it is, and is a must have title for your Nintendo Switch library.
  53. TheDonKiotie
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spoiler alert, if you don’t like this game, it’s cause you’re mad about being so stupid. Spoiler alert, if you don’t like this game, it’s cause you need to be less of a worm.

    Spoiler alert, if you don’t like THIS game, I’m coming for your neck, bruv.    … Expand
  54. Yohny
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    A masterpiece. You can really explore and do what you want. I've enjoyed this aspect of freedom even more than the main story. One of the best games I have played, can't wait for the sequel.
  55. Retroplayer1987
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de la historia, impecable en todos sus apartados, como Sandbox es de los mejores, superior incluso a Skyrim.
    Gran libertad en la ejecuciòn de habilidades, recorrer el terreno, escoger qué hacer y que no hacer.
    Totalmente rompedor para la saga y que ha influenciado ya en su corto tiempo de vida a muchos videojuegos de la historia en como ''entender el    Uno de los mejores juegos de la historia, impecable en todos sus apartados, como Sandbox es de los mejores, superior incluso a Skyrim.
    Gran libertad en la ejecuciòn de habilidades, recorrer el terreno, escoger qué hacer y que no hacer.
    Totalmente rompedor para la saga y que ha influenciado ya en su corto tiempo de vida a muchos videojuegos de la historia en como ''entender el videojuego''
    Una joya jugable como todo lo que hace Nintendo.    … Expand
  56. Pembroke_Watts
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    In breath of the wild, you have the freedom to play the way you want. If you choose, you can go the final area as soon as you finish the great plateau, or you can spend 300 hours exploring every single corner of the map. Every playthrough will be different, as the game does not have a strictly linear way of progressing through the story. Lastly, you always have quite a few options on howIn breath of the wild, you have the freedom to play the way you want. If you choose, you can go the final area as soon as you finish the great plateau, or you can spend 300 hours exploring every single corner of the map. Every playthrough will be different, as the game does not have a strictly linear way of progressing through the story. Lastly, you always have quite a few options on how to approach each fight, with no clearly superior choice, which makes the combat extremely creative.… Expand
  57. TGious
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    This is the greatest game of the decade hands down. Everything about this game is just so damn fun to do. Most open world games have large maps, but they do not live up to their potential. Well breath of the wild more than delivers with something to find or do around every corner of the map. So many mini dungeons and korok puzzles to do that I am 300 hours in and still am nowhere near doneThis is the greatest game of the decade hands down. Everything about this game is just so damn fun to do. Most open world games have large maps, but they do not live up to their potential. Well breath of the wild more than delivers with something to find or do around every corner of the map. So many mini dungeons and korok puzzles to do that I am 300 hours in and still am nowhere near done with this gigantic game. While the dungeons are not the strongest in the series, they fit the style of breath of the wild, and the 120 shrines make up for the lack of larger dungeons. Hyrule castle is the best it has ever been in terms of the sheer scale and amount of secrets. So many unique enemies and different areas to explore. The map is so detailed and has some of the best designed areas in any video game map. I could go on for hours ranting about how good this game is, but this review is getting long enough. If you haven't played this game, buy it now! It is well worth 3 times what you pay for it!… Expand
  58. Proplayersystem
    Oct 19, 2021
    10
    Un juego perfecto en todo sentido, que re define la saga completamente. No puedo esperar para la segunda parte, como siempre Nintendo mostrando calidad suprema en cada apartado.
  59. Codycross
    Oct 21, 2021
    10
    This is one of my best games I ever had on Wii U and Nintendo Switch. I like the game's adventure, music and story mode. I also like their characters in this game.
  60. Tharso
    Oct 23, 2021
    10
    Easily the best game of the decade, it was such a great experience and so creative, i loved
  61. Fibotic
    Oct 24, 2021
    10
    Storia stupenda, gameplay bilanciato e libero, si può decidere come affrontare i vari ostacoli e nemici come si vuole, basta avere fantasia e inventiva e il gioco ti premia o ti bastona. Graficamente piscia in culo a tanti giochi usciti anche anni dopo.
  62. THRAAKOS
    Jun 4, 2023
    10
    This game is a complete masterpiece, the gameplay, music, enemies, zones, ALL. It's a must if you got a switch, in case you don't, I recommend you the Romanian way, steal your friend's switch and play it. The only 2 bad things you can see on it are the carton-like weapons that break literally with 2 large combats (except master sword) and the lack of bosses, the most challenging enemiesThis game is a complete masterpiece, the gameplay, music, enemies, zones, ALL. It's a must if you got a switch, in case you don't, I recommend you the Romanian way, steal your friend's switch and play it. The only 2 bad things you can see on it are the carton-like weapons that break literally with 2 large combats (except master sword) and the lack of bosses, the most challenging enemies are the Lynels that are not even "bosses", and Ganon L fight.… Expand
  63. Herbalmouse1305
    May 29, 2022
    10
    can be a little confusing for less experienced gamers, but it is very addicting, the open world and mechanics are great
  64. yoshikiller
    Oct 27, 2021
    10
    Breath of the Wild redefines modern open world gaming. With the best tutorial segment of a game ive ever experienced, within an hour and a half the player has access to the entirety of the enormous map, leaving them free to climb, run, sail or ride across the incredibly diverse and stunning landscapes Hyrule has to offer.

    With a vast and expansive physics engine the player is free to    Breath of the Wild redefines modern open world gaming. With the best tutorial segment of a game ive ever experienced, within an hour and a half the player has access to the entirety of the enormous map, leaving them free to climb, run, sail or ride across the incredibly diverse and stunning landscapes Hyrule has to offer.

    With a vast and expansive physics engine the player is free to experiment with anything and everything leading to hundreds of exciting discoveries and "wow, i never knew you could do that!" moments.

    The story, while a tad too bare, is good enough and the post apocalyptical theme of the game is clearly insinuated through the ruins and abandoned buildings throughout Hyrule. Players will find themselves in an enormous stone coliseum which is falling apart and swarming with powerful enemies, an abandoned place of worship, and a ruined and fragmented castle, once the symbolism of royalty and power in the land.

    Music and sound design are stunning, with ambient piano melodies taking up the majority of the background themes. this lets the player feel relaxed and depicts the peace and tranquility of the ruined Hyrule, once a bustling metropolis. There are some amazing orchestral arrangements too, most notably Solitary Warrior: Revali, Hyrule Castle, and Attack on Divine Beast Vah Medoh.

    Overall an absolute masterpiece and one that future games will look upon for inspiration for years.    … Expand
  65. TeemoTime
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
    The game greatly improved on a genre which advertised freedom but didn't really live up to that promise. This game lived up to it's promises and gave us a trend setter that's effects are still being felt today.
  66. Zenodo
    Jul 27, 2022
    10
    This is my favorite game of all time. This was my first open world experience and there's no other open world game that I played that is better than this one. Combat feels smooth and it's always fun. Shrines are amazing in my opinion. That 'aha' moment is almost always there and it's even better when you find another way to do it than intended. The only thing that I wished that could beThis is my favorite game of all time. This was my first open world experience and there's no other open world game that I played that is better than this one. Combat feels smooth and it's always fun. Shrines are amazing in my opinion. That 'aha' moment is almost always there and it's even better when you find another way to do it than intended. The only thing that I wished that could be better (but doesn't change my rating) is the story. The story is still good for a zelda game but there could've been more to it. The reason why this doesn't affect my rating is instead of a perfect story there were side quest and other things to do. If you like RPGs, action games, open world games or just games with a good story you just have to play this game if you own a Switch or wiiu.… Expand
  67. Gamertop
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    Este jogo é uma obra prima ,o mundo aberto é incrível,ao meu ver o melhor que os videojogos já entregaram
  68. Printer3D
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    Personally, this is the greatest game of all time to me. From the music to the perfect world to explore. Even though I tend to be for fond of fps games, the controls and game play were so perfect. The story is perfect and DLC is perfect. Truly cannot wait for the sequel
  69. Smakis
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    The best game I have ever played in my entire existence, honestly. It is limitless!
  70. Nanassang
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    THis is my first time playing open world game, and this game is AMAZING. I though i will hate it, but i fell in love with it in first hour. This is the role model of ALL GAME. You only need to complete main quest in order for the story to proceed, while side quest (120 shrine, 400 kokoro?, or any other side quest) are optional. So u won't stuck in the middle of the game because u can'tTHis is my first time playing open world game, and this game is AMAZING. I though i will hate it, but i fell in love with it in first hour. This is the role model of ALL GAME. You only need to complete main quest in order for the story to proceed, while side quest (120 shrine, 400 kokoro?, or any other side quest) are optional. So u won't stuck in the middle of the game because u can't find a place/npc to proceed.

    The only complain is some shrine is really hard to find. I only manage to find 90/120 shrine when playing on my own without googling/youtubing for guide. (but then u still can complete the story without finding all shrine, so...perfect?)

    Again, BIG LOVE to this game and super excited to wait for next gen Zelda BOTW.    … Expand
  71. NekoKhunar
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    This Game was absolutely amazing. The Map was beautiful and Fun to explore. I liked all the Characters and loved the Enemies. Absolutely Peak Work by Nintendo
  72. TomTheGoat
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    Simply put, one of the best video games of all time. The story is captivating, the gameplay is fun/smooth, and there’s always something to do and see.
  73. DanteMerino
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Open world is insane definitely one of the best games on a usually **** console i highly recommend if you made the same mistake as I did buying this console.
  74. LeifLInden
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    The pinnacle of open world games, BOTW gives you the freedom to explore and experiment in a world that is designed to be accessible, intriguing and reactive. Story is minimal but compelling, and a huge variety of dungeons are scattered over the map. There is so much to discover, and the mechanics of the game encourage you to be adventurous.
  75. Flippy_PGC
    Jun 29, 2022
    10
    The best game at the moment and probably will be for a long time until part 2 comes out. I look forward to the continuation.
  76. Snoob_player
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Insuperable en muchos aspectos aunque eche en falta las clásicas mazmorras de la saga pero aún con todo de lo mejor de zelda visto por mi y he jugado a todos los juegos salvo a los de cd phillips.
  77. Mene0
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    This game is incredible. A few problems like the Shrines being a little too repetitive and weapon durability being very annoying do not take away from the overall experience and, 5 years since it's release, we can see how much influence it had in the industry.
  78. Saint-moreno
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    Un juego excelente es el primer Zelda que juego y es fascinante el mundo abierto la jugabilidad, el mejor Zelda en lo personal,ya que es basto tanto en durabilidad como en exploración
  79. JoeyPL5
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    The game is so good yet so far from its potential which is the most exciting part.
  80. rafakmaeda
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Ja joguei muitos jogos na minha vida, mas The Legend of Zelda (Breath of the Wild) claramente supera todos em vários sentidos. Jogo que claramente inspirou e continuará servindo de inspiração para a indústria de games. Com mecânicas únicas, estilo de arte lindo e cativante, gameplay fluida e intuitiva, tudo na sua volta é explorável, trilha sonora e efeitos sonoros incríveis, o realJa joguei muitos jogos na minha vida, mas The Legend of Zelda (Breath of the Wild) claramente supera todos em vários sentidos. Jogo que claramente inspirou e continuará servindo de inspiração para a indústria de games. Com mecânicas únicas, estilo de arte lindo e cativante, gameplay fluida e intuitiva, tudo na sua volta é explorável, trilha sonora e efeitos sonoros incríveis, o real sentido de mundo aberto esta nesse jogo. Pra mim é o melhor jogo ja criado na história da humanidade.… Expand
  81. Gwimpon
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    one of the best games ever made. this game is 100% a must play for anyone who owns a switch
  82. Criticerty
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    The Legend of Zelda BOTW is a masterpiece! This was Nintendo’s first game for the Nintendo Switch…and it is still worth it if you are new to the console. The graphics,controls, gameplay, story are all excellent for the Nintendo Switch. Overall, it is a must buy if you want new switch games at all.
  83. Bendder
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    The BEST open world game. Awesome, wonderful, creative, imaginative, a Nintendo masterpiece. Unique and essential. a work of art
  84. ochjago
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Best game I've ever played. I just don't want to end with such a vast map to explore - and it feels like there's something hidden in every little corner! I like the freedom you have to discover the world, the option if you want to build your stamina or hearts, the diversity of the map. Every second spent in the BoTW world is a pleasure and it's not just mindless killing of monsters, butBest game I've ever played. I just don't want to end with such a vast map to explore - and it feels like there's something hidden in every little corner! I like the freedom you have to discover the world, the option if you want to build your stamina or hearts, the diversity of the map. Every second spent in the BoTW world is a pleasure and it's not just mindless killing of monsters, but also something for your brain when you have to figure out the shrines' riddles.… Expand
  85. kabukibuki
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    Has its flaws, no doubt about it.. But it does so many things right that it's a 10/10 for me, easily.
  86. iTsCoGo
    Apr 23, 2022
    10
    Este juego es SIN DUDA el mejor juega de la historia. De la historia me refiero desde el tetris hasta día de hoy. Tiene unos gráficos increíbles, una historia incansable, es, es, INCREÍBLE. El mundo es muy grande y extenso, etc...
  87. SaintRonan
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    A truly magnificent game. It’s obvious this game was made with passion and love. This game is an artistic masterpiece.
  88. rebster
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    There are not enough words to describe this game. Every time I hear its name or hear a song from it or watch my boyfriend playing it all I can think is how I wish I could play it for the first time again. If you haven't played it yet, do yourself a favour and buy it. No words could do it justice and it is definitely one of the best games I have ever played and will play. You will never getThere are not enough words to describe this game. Every time I hear its name or hear a song from it or watch my boyfriend playing it all I can think is how I wish I could play it for the first time again. If you haven't played it yet, do yourself a favour and buy it. No words could do it justice and it is definitely one of the best games I have ever played and will play. You will never get tired of exploring because there are always new things to find and amaze you, the shrines are so fun and rewarding to complete, the champions are just so well made and their stories are so good, finding Link's lost memories is so rewarding and the cutscenes are just beautifully made and give you so much information about the characters and their history. The villages are all so charming, the soundtrack is a masterpiece. Just get it!… Expand
  89. DeadJotaPe
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    It rekindled my desire to play games. I was bored with the industry's traditional gaming formula. This game is incredibly open to possibilities and you really feel free, the soundtrack is fantastic, just like everything in the game. I tried to find something I didn't like in the game, some flaw, but I didn't really find anything meaningful. At most a few drops in the game's frame rate,It rekindled my desire to play games. I was bored with the industry's traditional gaming formula. This game is incredibly open to possibilities and you really feel free, the soundtrack is fantastic, just like everything in the game. I tried to find something I didn't like in the game, some flaw, but I didn't really find anything meaningful. At most a few drops in the game's frame rate, which occur eventually… Expand
  90. Firat1351
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Wie kann ein game einfach nur so geil sein habs mir nie geholt wollte es aber immer spielen und ich bereue es sehr die story: es gibt ne story ?
    Also ich fande die story echt zu kurz aber die szenen und Charaktere waren gut 10/10
  91. Richard_Parker
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    If you want to feel the true experience of the switch it is with this game.
  92. Deivin94
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    Impecável, um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  93. Ironrulo
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    El mejor zelda de todos para mi, buenos controles, mecánicas y lo mejor la exploración pura y limpia ojalá sigan con esa fórmula y poco a poco se mejore, el único pero que le pondría sería que de lejos se tarda en cargar el render y uno que otro lugar hay bajones de fps cuando está la switch conectada a la tele.
  94. RyanBF2
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game mostly perfection. My only probably is I wish you could after you defeated Gabon you could go back to a world free of Ganon. Besides from that it’s amazing graphics are awesome and I actually was addicted to the game and it’s not like most games because this game is actually making you use your brain to figure out how to proceed in the game.… Expand
  95. Camilo3d2y
    May 28, 2023
    10
    This is whe I think videogames should be considered ART. It’s such an amazing story, breathtaking and unique world. The best experience I’ve ever had with a videogame in my entire life.
  96. ryussf
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    To sum it up in once sentence, this is the best game I have ever played in my entire life, and it is the best game ever made.

    Just as the Italian painter Michelangelo made the "Creazione di Adamo", and how Leonardo Da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, this creation made by legendary Shigeru Miyamoto, Hidemaro Fujibayashi and Eiji Aonuma should not be viewed as a video game in my opinion.    To sum it up in once sentence, this is the best game I have ever played in my entire life, and it is the best game ever made.

    Just as the Italian painter Michelangelo made the "Creazione di Adamo",
    and how Leonardo Da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, this creation made by
    legendary Shigeru Miyamoto, Hidemaro Fujibayashi and Eiji Aonuma should
    not be viewed as a video game in my opinion.

    It is a Masterpiece and a timeless work of digital art.    … Expand
  97. horatii
    May 22, 2022
    10
    My very first game in The Legend of Zelda series and I am absolutely amazed on what it offers and the performance runs perfectly on a hardware like the switch Soundtrack and Visual graphics are phenomenal, while other games on the system struggle to maintain at least a good frame rate, Breath of the Wild takes no sweat performing with 30 fps despite the gorgeous graphics. Imagine theMy very first game in The Legend of Zelda series and I am absolutely amazed on what it offers and the performance runs perfectly on a hardware like the switch Soundtrack and Visual graphics are phenomenal, while other games on the system struggle to maintain at least a good frame rate, Breath of the Wild takes no sweat performing with 30 fps despite the gorgeous graphics. Imagine the possibilities if the switch gets un upgrade and the sequel for this game comes out as a launch title for the new Nintendo console!… Expand
  98. Kanchal
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This has by far been one of the greatest open world games I’ve ever laid my hands on. There is literally so much to do in this special world, that I simply don’t have a large enough character limit list them all. The attention to detail in this game is absurd. The climate gauge is a great example of this. Hiding in the shade or going up in altitude decreases the surrounding temperature, standing in direct sunlight increases it. The desert in this game acts exactly the same as in real life, days are hot and nights are cold. Another fantastic example would be the equipment. Metal shields, bows, and swords can conduct electricity and you can literally get struck by lightning in a thunderstorm. Wood shields, bows, swords, and basic arrows catch on fire when exposed to level 3 heat. Those fires can be extinguished when going into water.

    This entire game is built around exploration, and it heavily encourages you to explore. Completing shrine puzzles can permanently increase your maximum health or stamina, scaling tall towers updates your map. Encountering groups of enemies and defeating them is rewarded with a chest. Finding Korok seeds can increase your equipment slots.

    Exploration is also encourage via resource gathering. The cooking system is built around buying or gathering food, which allows you to create food that can buff your defense, attack power, or movement speed. It can temporarily increase your maximum stamina and hearts too, or you could make food that buffs resistances to heat, cold, and electricity, or even increase your stealth. If cooking isn’t your thing, you can create elixirs that essentially provide the same effects that cooking can. Mob drops aren’t useless in this game, as most of them are used in upgrading your clothing. Ancient materials can be used to upgrade runes. The puzzles in this game are sometimes simplistic at best, and mind intensive at worst. But all of them are fun and enjoyable. The best puzzles that really force you to think are found in the Divine Beasts, often requiring the Beast to be moved in certain ways to complete certain things. Locations in Breath of the Wild are vast and extremely different. Ranging from a hot volcano to the icy tundra. Each one of them requires different clothing or resistances to explore. You can only find certain resources in specific biomes, and this also applies to animals and monsters too! The boss fights were unique and varied, each requiring their own strategy. Now to the story. The beginning fills you with questions. Why did Link wake up in a cave? Why is ancient technology littering the landscape? You explore this world and piece by piece you begin the assemble the missing information like a puzzle. In the end game, you’ll completely understand what happened before you went into your 100 year slumber. This game literally turns you into Link. You must find your old memories and piece together who you once were. The silent protagonist really shines here, putting the player into their boots.    … Expand
  99. carollain
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Great game!

    Amazing sound, music, visual, action.
    It’s perfect game!
  100. Hyrule7
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    This game proves to be one of the strongest games in the entire Zelda franchise. Everything is near perfection is this game from the world design to its gameplay. The one thing that I would certainly have to say is I don't like is the divine beasts. I think they are an absolutely awful replacement for dungeons and I hope that they are discontinued in the sequel. But other than that this isThis game proves to be one of the strongest games in the entire Zelda franchise. Everything is near perfection is this game from the world design to its gameplay. The one thing that I would certainly have to say is I don't like is the divine beasts. I think they are an absolutely awful replacement for dungeons and I hope that they are discontinued in the sequel. But other than that this is certainly one of the greatest games of all time and is a 10/10 recommendation.… Expand
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#1 Best Switch Game of 2017
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Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 106 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. GameGrin
    Dec 12, 2017
    100
    Where it takes mechanics from others in the industry, it improves upon them; where it introduces new ones, you slap your forehead in amazement that it hasn’t been done before. Breath of the Wild is development done right, and damn near the best game you’ll play all year.
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  2. Wired UK
    Aug 30, 2017
    100
    Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece.
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 19, 2017
    96
    Up there with the finest Zelda games, Breath of the Wild is bold, liberating, and utterly astonishing. [Apr 2017, p.60]
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